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TSM 312H

1970 Volvo P130

Blue Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

60,085 mi
Last recorded60,085 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2025
Typical for 1970 Volvo P13043,051 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTSM 312H
MakeVolvo
ModelP130
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc
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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2025 60,085 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 60,039 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 59,961 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 59,883 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 59,379 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 59,328 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 58,898 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 58,044 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 57,698 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 56,883 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 56,727 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 56,351 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 56,218 miles
Fail 12 May 2012 56,216 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 May 2011 55,891 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 55,418 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 55,163 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 54,840 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 54,692 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo P130?

Based on 1,992 MOT tests across 212 vehicles.

75.4%
Pass Rate
697
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
212
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 93
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 58
Stop lamp not working 56
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 47
position lamp(s) not working 45
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TSM 312H is a 1970 Volvo P130 in Blue with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1970 Volvo P130 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 43,051 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo P130 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 93 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TSM 312H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo P130 typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 56 years old, this Volvo P130 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TSM 312H?

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What year was TSM 312H registered?

TSM 312H is a 1970 Volvo P130, first registered on 1 February 1970.

Is TSM 312H safe to buy?

The MOT history for TSM 312H shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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